ATTENTION if you thinking about renting a car in Italy. Check the 3 videos I made on the topic of driving in Italy. These were filmed during three different trips and each video will cover different topics that you NEED know before getting behind the wheel. Watch all three. Once completed you should be Ready to go and be more than informed on the topic. Here is link to the playlist. ruclips.net/p/PLz2M3b_orpr2q4z8YyX2d3mn6-Hi7FT5f
Thank you for your such an informative video particularly the how to parts buying tickets and validation. I will be in Venice in 2 3 weeks and this will definitely assist me
Thank you for watching and I'm glad I was able to help. You picked a great time to visit. It will not be as crowded as it would be in summer and the temperature should be mild.
Hi.. very informative video. Ill be in Marghera for a cruise in one week, Im coming 1.5 days early, then a good 12 hours free after my cruise before I fly home.. My question is , do the day passes expire at midnight or is it good for 24 hours from when it is purchased...Also what can I do for 12-15 hours in Venice, just ride around on these busses and then take one or different "bus" to the airport ? Graci..
You have 24 hours and you can see plenty in that time frame if you make a plan in google maps and use the bus intelligently. Google maps will use the bus routes if u select public transportation
Thanks Travis. Yes we did enjoy our time in Venice. It was the second time we visited city. I don't see going back anytime soon as we have now spent the better part of a week there and have seen a lot of what we wanted to see.
As a long time visitor to Venezia, thanks for posting this for first timers, it's damn good information! The tickets you are using make good sense, as single rides are now up to 9.50 Euro. For instance on the one day ticket, use it just two times, and it's paid for itself.
Thank you for watching and for your comment. I use the Vaporetto constantly almost everytime I step out out of the hotel. I can't imagine walking to many locations without it.
Venice was a small part of a much larger trip with many stops in many cities. I didn't really think to buy those on the internet to be quite honest. Enjoy your stay!
There is a vaporetto office and dock at the airport so you should be able to purchase day passes there as well and take the water taxi directly to your hotel.
Tony, I watched many videos but nobody explains on which side Vaporetto stops. I assume on right side? For example: (looking at the map) I start at Sant'Angelo stop which is on the right side, going north, want to go San Silvestro which is on left side. How do I get there? As I see it I'll go to Rialto, get off, walk to Rialto Bridge, cross it and then walk long way south to San Silvestro. Can you help me here? Thanks.
You need not worry. All of the water buses stop on both sides of the canal. There isn't a left lane or a right lane they go across the canal to the stops on either side. If the stop is on the route they will stop there. Bus 1 stops at almost every single stop on the Grand Canal. One Vaporetto going in one direction and the other the opposite. If you want to go north just make sure the bus you jump on is heading in the direction. Still IF you jump on the wrong bus get off at the next stop and jump on the one going in the proper direction. That happens quite bit. It's either that or you take the bus tour around the island until you get where you are going. Spending time on the Vaporetto later in evening can be relaxing and the rear open air seats give you a decent view of the city at night from the water. I would jump on the Vaporetto constantly as it was much easier the get places that way as opposed to try to walking somewhere and you will do you share of walking while in Venice trust me. Best of luck and remember to buy the tickets for the number of days you are going to be in Venice. Once you get the hang of using the Vaporetto you will use quite often.
"Expensive" is relative to your economic situation. Using the Vaporetto saved me hours and shortened my walking distance considerably each day while in Venice. You have to figure out what your time is worth to you.
@@TonysFordsandMustangs i bought a day pass for 25€ and drove around the city and to the graveyard and murano but its still expensive for a day ticket of public transport compared to other cities. my economic situation is pretty good but i can objectively tell if something is expensive or not when comparing it to other values i know.
@@ts6603 Understood it's not cheap but you are in Venice. It is going to be more expensive for most things. Our Hotel room wasn't cheap by any means compared to the rest of Italy. If you don't get the pass you will be walking much more than you need to because of the bridges and places like Murano are not possible. We found ourselves on it multiple times a day for no other reason than it was the easiest way to get around the city. I would hate to visit Venice and not have the option.
ATTENTION if you thinking about renting a car in Italy. Check the 3 videos I made on the topic of driving in Italy. These were filmed during three different trips and each video will cover different topics that you NEED know before getting behind the wheel. Watch all three. Once completed you should be Ready to go and be more than informed on the topic. Here is link to the
playlist. ruclips.net/p/PLz2M3b_orpr2q4z8YyX2d3mn6-Hi7FT5f
Very handy, short and sweet and appreciated 😊
Thank you! Enjoy your time in Venice!
Thank you for your such an informative video particularly the how to parts buying tickets and validation. I will be in Venice in 2 3 weeks and this will definitely assist me
Thank you for watching and I'm glad I was able to help. You picked a great time to visit. It will not be as crowded as it would be in summer and the temperature should be mild.
Great helpful and clear presentation. Strong voice too. Thanks Tony.
Thank you kindly!
Thanks for this video. Going to Venice tomorrow 👍🌸
Definitely pick up a pass. Your feet will thank you. Thanks for watching
Hi.. very informative video. Ill be in Marghera for a cruise in one week, Im coming 1.5 days early, then a good 12 hours free after my cruise before I fly home.. My question is , do the day passes expire at midnight or is it good for 24 hours from when it is purchased...Also what can I do for 12-15 hours in Venice, just ride around on these busses and then take one or different "bus" to the airport ? Graci..
You have 24 hours and you can see plenty in that time frame if you make a plan in google maps and use the bus intelligently. Google maps will use the bus routes if u select public transportation
Tony hopefully you enjoyed Venice. I got to spend a few days in Venice back in May and had a great time
Thanks Travis. Yes we did enjoy our time in Venice. It was the second time we visited city. I don't see going back anytime soon as we have now spent the better part of a week there and have seen a lot of what we wanted to see.
Great travel log.
Thank you!
As a long time visitor to Venezia, thanks for posting this for first timers, it's damn good information! The tickets you are using make good sense, as single rides are now up to 9.50 Euro. For instance on the one day ticket, use it just two times, and it's paid for itself.
Thank you for watching and for your comment. I use the Vaporetto constantly almost everytime I step out out of the hotel. I can't imagine walking to many locations without it.
Not true. A day pass is $25, simple math suggests you must use the service at least 3 times to break even.
Can we use our U.S. drivers license in Italy. Great video !
Happy New Year!
Yes you can! But the permit maybe require by the police if you are stopped. Happy New Roy!
Thanks for the video, I wonder why did you not buy the tickets upfront thru the internet? In 2 days I will be there too :)
Venice was a small part of a much larger trip with many stops in many cities. I didn't really think to buy those on the internet to be quite honest. Enjoy your stay!
is Alilaguna included in this ticket as well? to transfer from the airport
There is a vaporetto office and dock at the airport so you should be able to purchase day passes there as well and take the water taxi directly to your hotel.
No.
Venice! I can't afford gas to get outta Fayette county! Good video though, watched the whole way thru. Happy New Year.
Thanks for watching! Happy New Year to you and yours!
Tony, I watched many videos but nobody explains on which side Vaporetto stops. I assume on right side? For example: (looking at the map) I start at Sant'Angelo stop which is on the right side, going north, want to go San Silvestro which is on left side. How do I get there? As I see it I'll go to Rialto, get off, walk to Rialto Bridge, cross it and then walk long way south to San Silvestro. Can you help me here? Thanks.
You need not worry. All of the water buses stop on both sides of the canal. There isn't a left lane or a right lane they go across the canal to the stops on either side. If the stop is on the route they will stop there. Bus 1 stops at almost every single stop on the Grand Canal. One Vaporetto going in one direction and the other the opposite. If you want to go north just make sure the bus you jump on is heading in the direction. Still IF you jump on the wrong bus get off at the next stop and jump on the one going in the proper direction. That happens quite bit. It's either that or you take the bus tour around the island until you get where you are going. Spending time on the Vaporetto later in evening can be relaxing and the rear open air seats give you a decent view of the city at night from the water. I would jump on the Vaporetto constantly as it was much easier the get places that way as opposed to try to walking somewhere and you will do you share of walking while in Venice trust me. Best of luck and remember to buy the tickets for the number of days you are going to be in Venice. Once you get the hang of using the Vaporetto you will use quite often.
Hello - are the 2 day tickets valid for 48 hrs after first validation or for two (calendar) days?
It say days on tickets but I always buy them for however long I'm in the city as I use the water transport constantly while I'm there.
LOL @ 14,000 steps. That's nothing. I walk more than that on a regular day going to work.
good for you. I don't like walking.
15€ per day is expensive
"Expensive" is relative to your economic situation. Using the Vaporetto saved me hours and shortened my walking distance considerably each day while in Venice. You have to figure out what your time is worth to you.
@@TonysFordsandMustangs i bought a day pass for 25€ and drove around the city and to the graveyard and murano but its still expensive for a day ticket of public transport compared to other cities. my economic situation is pretty good but i can objectively tell if something is expensive or not when comparing it to other values i know.
@@ts6603 Understood it's not cheap but you are in Venice. It is going to be more expensive for most things. Our Hotel room wasn't cheap by any means compared to the rest of Italy. If you don't get the pass you will be walking much more than you need to because of the bridges and places like Murano are not possible. We found ourselves on it multiple times a day for no other reason than it was the easiest way to get around the city. I would hate to visit Venice and not have the option.